Inside the New York Yankees clubhouse with MLB.com beat writer Bryan Hoch.

5/26 – Yankees at Twins

Let’s play 1 1/2! After Derek Jeter got it done with his bat and the glove in the sixth inning of last night’s resumed game, helping A.J. Burnett to a 1-0 win, the Yankees and Twins are back at it here at Target Field.

Right-hander Chad Gaudin is in uniform, wearing No. 41, and available to pitch tonight. The Yankees optioned left-hander Boone Logan to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre between games. To create room on New York’s 40-man roster, right-hander Shane Lindsey was designated for assignment.

YANKEES (27-18)

Derek Jeter SS

Nick Swisher RF

Mark Teixeira 1B

Alex Rodriguez 3B

Robinson Cano 2B

Marcus Thames DH

Francisco Cervelli C

Kevin Russo LF

Brett Gardner CF

LHP Andy Pettitte (5-1, 2.68 ERA)

TWINS (26-19)

Denard Span CF

Orlando Hudson 2B

Joe Mauer DH

Justin Morneau 1B

Michael Cuddyer RF

Delmon Young LF

J.J. Hardy SS

Brandan Harris 3B

Drew Butera C

LHP Francisco Liriano (4-3, 3.25)

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To me it wouldn’t be unthinkable for Andy to get in. Even if he quit now, his is the greatest pick-off move when records have been kept. Something unique enough for a nod! And if he keeps climbing the bump???

Andy Pettitte record of 197 wins along with his outstanding post season especially in 2009 just emphasises that he is well deserving of HOF sooner rather than later. Throw in his 100 pick offs at first and his ability to field his position ( see yesterdays game ) This guy along with Mo Jeter and Posad just bleed Yankee blood.
As Robert is aware he was one of the main reasons for me travelling from Melbourne Australia to NYC in 2008 just to sit behind home plate and marvel at his ability. What was his record yesterday 90 odd pitches and 65-70 for strikes, outstanding yesterday.

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